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athlete

[ath-leet] / ˈæθ lit /


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There is just something special about watching an athlete at the top of their game around one of the sport's most iconic venues.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

"Great coaching is not about enforcing one template, it's more about guiding an athlete to discover how their own body produces speed," says Dr. Hicks.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

The collaboration follows Reese’s runway debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in October, where she was the first professional athlete ever to walk the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

An athlete or coach might “throw” a game for personal gain.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

As an athlete, I had the ultimate prize hanging around my neck, an Olympic medal.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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